Elegant Aubergine Tomato & Mozzarella Melts
Experience a culinary delight with these elegant aubergine (eggplant) slices topped with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and a delightful blend of seasonings. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this dish is a feast for the senses.
Ingredients
| 2 | large aubergines, sliced into rings |
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| 4 | teaspoons salt |
| pepper, to taste | |
| 4 | tablespoons olive oil |
| mozzarella cheese, sliced | |
| vine tomatoes, sliced | |
| 2 | cloves crushed garlic (optional) |
| fresh basil, for garnish |
Instructions
| 1. | Prepare the aubergines by cutting them into rings that are 5cm thick. |
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| 2. | Arrange the aubergine slices in a roasting dish. |
| 3. | Brush the aubergine slices with half of the olive oil and sprinkle half of the salt over the top. |
| 4. | Layer sliced tomatoes on each aubergine slice, followed by slices of mozzarella cheese. |
| 5. | Sprinkle the remaining salt, olive oil, pepper, and crushed garlic (if using) over the top. |
| 6. | Bake in the oven for 20 minutes at 200°C (400°F) until the cheese is melted and bubbly. |
| 7. | Garnish with fresh basil before serving. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 370.6 kcal |
| Protein | 5.5 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Carbohydrates | 31.3 g |
| Fiber | 18.7 g |
| Sugar | 12.9 g |
Published on Aug 07, 2024 by Luminița